NETWORKING
THE GREATER MANCHESTER CHAMBER’S 2026 CITIZEN OF THE YEAR CELEBRATION
WHEN: Thursday, March 5, 5 p.m.
WHERE: DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown
WHAT: The Greater Manchester Chamber will honor business leader, philanthropist and Manchester advocate Robert Singer as the next Citizen of the Year. This annual event, which has taken place since 1954, is presented by Elliot Health System. The Citizen of the Year award seeks to recognize someone who has provided outstanding leadership to those in the community. Nominations come directly from the Greater Manchester community and reflect the Chamber’s mission.
COST: TBD
CONTACT: manchester-chamber.org
NETWORKING
BIA SKI & SNOWBOARD DAY
WHEN: Friday, March 7, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
WHERE: Gunstock Mountain Resort, Laconia
WHAT: Try chairlift comradery and networking on the slopes during this unique inaugural event. Skiers and riders of all levels are welcome. Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing available for purchase. The adventurous can try the BIA Nastar race course. End with BIA’s après ski gathering at the Barrel Restaurant from 3-6 p.m. for networking and more. If you don’t ski or ride, that’s OK — just join the après networking event.
COST: Registration is closed, but those interested can buy regular-priced tickets on-site that day.
CONTACT: biaofnh.com
WEBINAR
VIRTUAL INFO SESSION: PLAN NH COMMUNITY DESIGN CHARRETTE PROGRAM
WHEN: Tuesday, March 10, noon to 1 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual via Zoom
WHAT: Are you interested in volunteering your time with a Plan NH charrette team? Maybe you want to bring the charrette program to your community. To get involved, attend this virtual lunch and learn event, where you can get more information about the Plan NH Community Design Charrette Program. This event is sponsored by Plan NH board member Robert White. Additional sponsors needed for this event.
COST: Free
CONTACT: sponsor@plannh.org
SEMINAR
NH TECH ALLIANCE TECH POWER BREAKFAST
WHEN: Wednesday, March 11, 8-9:30 a.m.
WHERE: Mainstay Technologies, 25 Sundial Ave., Suite 504w, Manchester
WHAT: Being a leader takes more than you think. Breakthrough moments and hard work are all part of being a successful businessperson. During this tech power breakfast, three panelists, all female founders and leaders who are redefining industries, will share stories of their success, reveal how to overcome risks and share insights on how to build resilience. Panelists include Janelle Gorman, CFO, York IE; Laurie Masiello, CEO, Predictive Monitor; and Melissa Florio, president, AMBIX.
COST: $15 members, $25 non-members
CONTACT: nhtechalliance.org
FUNDRAISER
ON TAP FOR CASA 2026 SIGNATURE BARSTOOL FUNDRAISER
WHEN: Saturday, March 7, noon to 10 p.m.
WHERE: New England’s Tap House Grille, 1292 Hooksett Road, Hooksett
WHAT: Engage in some friendly competition by competing for points for a good cause; support a fundraiser or a team. Teams “captain” a stool at the bar for 10 hours while competing in fun games. Proceeds benefit CASA volunteer advocates’ recruitment and training. Teams commit to a fundraising minimum of $1,200. Historically, this event has collectively raised more than $300,000.
COST: Individual registration is free.
CONTACT: donate.casanh.org
SEMINAR
UNH CEO SPEAKER SERIES
WHEN: Thursday, March 12, 8-10 a.m.
WHERE: Three Chimneys Inn, 17 Newmarket Road, Durham
WHAT: Erik Mogensen, general manager of Black Mountain and managing director of Indy Pass, will speak at the UNH CEO Speaker Series Program. The program format includes 8 a.m. coffee and networking, a gourmet breakfast buffet at 8:30, and the program and Q&A from 9-10 a.m. The CEO Speaker Series is one of three marquee programs offered through the CEO & Family Enterprise Center.
COST: TBD
CONTACT: cfb.ceo@unh.edu
NETWORKING
2026 MEET THE COMMISSIONERS & EXECUTIVE COUNCILORS
WHEN: Thursday, March 12, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
WHERE: The Hotel Concord, 11 South Main St., Concord
WHAT: Business owners seeking to find out more about your commissioners and executive councilors can attend this evening reception of hors d’oeuvres and networking. BIA New Hampshire is a statewide chamber of commerce and business advocate that represents more than 400 members in various industries, and member firms employ 89,000 people around the state.
COST: BIA members and Capitol Connect member registrations are $40. Non-BIA members can register for $55.
CONTACT: biaofnh.com
NETWORKING
NH TECH ALLIANCE PRESENTS: WATERVILLE SKI PITCH 2026
WHEN: Friday, March 13, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
WHERE: Waterville Valley Resort, Sunnyside Lodge & Lift, 1 Ski Area Road, Waterville Valley
WHAT: Startup founders, accredited angel investors and venture capital firms are invited to the NH Tech Alliance’s pitch and networking experience. Participate in a casual day of innovation and collaboration. After registration and networking at Sunnyside Lodge, startup founders will be given 7 minutes to give their pitch aboard the Sunnyside Lift with an angel group or fund representatives.
COST: Lift Pitch all-day ticket, $150; cocktail reception, $50
CONTACT: nhtechalliance.org
NETWORKING
CENTRAL NH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS AFTER HOURS AND RIBBON CUTTING
WHEN: Thursday, March 19, 5-7 p.m.
WHERE: Newfound Impressions, 865 Lake St., Bristol
WHAT: March Business After Hours will celebrate a ribbon-cutting at the new location of Newfound Impressions, a locally owned and run print shop. CNHCC Business Hours is sponsored by Service Credit Union. Area businesses and organizations (members and non-members) are invited. Along with the ribbon-cutting, event-goers can enjoy beverages, light hors d’oeuvres and host remarks, as well as find out about Chamber news.
COST: Free; advance registration required
CONTACT: Central NH Chamber of Commerce
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